Irene from Red Velvet returns with her first solo album "Biggest Fan" on the 30th, featuring 10 diverse tracks and high expectations.
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Irene of Red Velvet is returning as a solo artist through her first solo full album. Irene's 1st full album "Biggest Fan," which will be released on the 30th of this month, consists of 10 diverse tracks including the title song "Biggest Fan," and a positive response from global listeners is anticipated. This album particularly deeply depicts the process of Irene becoming stronger as her most reliable ally amidst the unwavering support of fans who have watched over her for a long time, and it seems to be a work where listeners can fully enjoy the expanded world of Irene's music. Furthermore, Irene's 1st mini album "Like A Flower," released in November 2024, surpassed initial sales of 330,000 copies, recording daily No. 1 on the HANTEO chart, Circle chart, and retail album chart, as well as No. 1 on the iTunes top album chart in 23 regions worldwide, and No. 1 on the digital album sales chart of China's QQ Music, marking a successful solo debut, so high interest from music fans is expected for this album as well. Additionally, a teaser video released today (the 9th) at midnight through Irene's official YouTube channel features a concept of a virtual switch advertisement that makes everything perfect with just a push, harmonizing unique settings with Irene's diverse visuals, raising anticipation for this album's concept. Pre-orders for the 1st full album "Biggest Fan" start today through various online and offline sites.
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